Casey Cloeter EXACTLY!! The Tacoma with the 4.0 and 5 speed was crazy reliable and now the 3.5 and 6 speed are having problems. 4runners are used for outdoor enthusiasts and overlanders and for that reason it needs to be kept simple for reliability

Casey Cloeter I hope Toyota doesn't give the 4Runner the Tacoma's 3.5 engine. As I heard it's sluggish that's why people have asked for tunes to make it less sluggish. If anything update the 4.0 give it more HP and TQ and a 6 speed auto if that's possible? They'll probably give it a 3.5 V6 with a 6 speed with more HP and TQ than it already has. Just a thought.

I really wanted a new Taco until I started reading all the complaints about the 3.5. I drove one, and had to check to make sure I wasn't driving with the parking brake on. VERY sluggish. I now want a 4R, because of the drivetrain.

Truth!!! People who complain about this should get a Lexus or a minivan

That's what she said...literally.

Giggity!

Yeah, my clearance is 9 inches even so it has me beat😄

We have other 4Runner episodes that do that.

Skillow id get the current 4Runner. I believe the new ones will have a 3.5 and new tranny. I like the 4.0 and 5 speed combo

everyone goes through this realization after research. first they buy into 'subaru's can go anywhere'. you poke around and realize...oh wait...no they actually cant. then u try to learn about mechanics of off road. eventually all things point to the 4runner.

Skillow The 4Runner probably won't change (aka go into the 6th Generation) till 2020. The TRD is pretty pricey. I think the TRD Off-Road (previously known as the Trail) is the sweet spot for the 4Runner lineup. Can't really go wrong with any trim though.

@Mctrician2 Looks are subjective and while the hood scoop is non-functional, I like the way it looks. And like the look of the Trail/Off-Road better than the SR5. The SR5 wheels do nothing for me while I've always been a fan of the modern FJ wheels. If you're into JUST modding, then yes, the SR5 is the way to go. KDSS is optionable but I wish I would have went for it given the amount of driving I do on-road (pre-Coronavirus that is). The difference between a 4x4 SR5 and 4x4 Trail was not big enough for me avoid moving up a trim especially since I didn't care for the Premium package and the Trail that I go was a leftover (I bought mine brand new in June 2017). The Trail/Off-Road is the 4Runner but it isn't for everyone.

@Mctrician2 Ah. I see I see. Yea, I live outside of Philadelphia, so having 4x2 wouldn't make sense. They do sell like hot cakes down in the southern states of America. Yea, based on those options, I'd probably save up to get the TRD Off-Road but definitely can see why people wouldn't want it up in Canada.

Adam Lafferty I think so bc people just remove it when doing a lift on the GX470

No. The Limited does not have crawl control nor terrain select. It also doesn't have a rear locker. It does however have a center locker and A-trac. If you swap out the tires the Limited is still a beast and able to handle 95% of the trails most people would want to go on. Also full time AWD should not be confused with what the Limited has which is full time 4WD. They are different systems.

Why you get a Limited and turn this great truck into a soccer mom car?

paula hall No, it is not. The Inferno color was only available in 2015 as an exclusive color for the 4runner TRD PRO trim. www.toyota-4runner.org/attachments/5th-gen-t4rs/129071d1409634346-2015-brochure-has-been-released-4runner_ebrochure.pdf

fredbrackely or just throw on a mid travel kit from icon or total chaos on a very reliable and budget friendly Toyota.

if the suspension still works.

The difference between the LR4 and the 4Runner: The 4Runner still works.

The difference is one is $20,000 more

Vittorio Antonio S. Alex how price

lol the irony since youre created for third world countries

4runners have the land cruiser prado frame. its stronger than the hilux frame.

shallpion no you wouldn't because those are relatively inexpensive to exchange/replace

THAT is what stops you from getting one? I just bought one and did it myself for a couple hundred bucks

Lol wtf just put them on yourself dummy

Denzil Khine Yup, He probably got some TRD Offroad Head on the whoops

um, you do have a choice to NOT use those computer controlled features.

J Smith couldn't agree with you more. I have the Trail Premium and came to quickly understand that the crawl and terrain controls are nothing but a gimic and truly aren't needed. I've used them two or three times, kicked myself for buying the model which had them and have never used them again. The downhill control is easily accomplished by 4 wheel low instead of relieing on the loud and annoying system to control the speed.

j burggg actually yes you do. You don't have to engage the systems and in some cases can even turn off certain systems. I find the crawl and terrain controls annoying and truly overrated so I stopped using them all together and have been much happier without them. Nothing but a complete and total gimic.

Yeah however ATRAC is a lifesaver, especially if you have a model without the locking rear diff

It's there if you need it. That's like saying "I don't need a spotter when I bench because I know what I'm doing." I've had multiple instances where I've been like "Eh I'm pretty sure I'll get stuck if I try to go there," went, got stuck just using 4L, and crawl control got me out like I was on pavement. It allows drivers (especially those new to offroading) to try things they otherwise would be hesitant to risk.

because fat white people and softies need help in everything. haven't u ever been on a cruise?

Gotta Eat All The Breads The land cruiser can cost over 100k and is an enormous vehicle so you must be talking about a different vehicle.

Yeah what the fuck are you talking about? The Land Cruiser is bigger, has a V8, and costs 90k+ new.

wtf? you must be living in bizarro world to think that

Chris Dooley that 3.5 thats in the Tacoma will more than likely make its way into the 4Runner in the future. however the torque numbers will need to be bumped significantly! I had the 16 Tacoma (traded for the 4runner after 13 months of ownership) and that motor would not be pleasant as it currently sits...

Chris Dooley I'll take the 4.0 and 5 speed, look at what happened to the Tacoma with the 3.5 and 6speed. Ruined he truck

Toyota needs to bring diesel options to these vehicles to the U.S.

No toyota need to drop in the v8

They put the Camry v6 into the new tacomas with less hp and it’s a fucking pig

When the manufacturer is sitting next to you in a test vehicle, you ALWAYS ask before going off the prescribed trail. Its the mfg rep's responsibility to bring the vehicles back with no damage. And if damage occurs, the driver needs to be in the clear. It's not a matter of ability, but a matter of proper behavior. Not everyone can afford to replace broken vehicles like Top Gear.

REAL4wd couldn't agree with you more. Nothing about the course seems that significant. Although I have this car and it is anything but great. Have had nothing but problems with mine.

@@blackdiamond5015 What problems exactly?

@@thelegendbullet937 electronics, persistent dash squeaks, drivers side of moon roof rebuilt twice due to squeaking, drivers side front wheel well rebuilt twice due to air whistling caused by loose parts, a light that doesn't go off on the dash, horrible paint quality and durability, infotainment system replaced 4 times and still doesn't work, dash screen doesn't consistently turn on or only half displays, windshield glass pits easily, can't tell any performance difference between 2 and 4 wheel drive, easily stuck in more than about 6 inches of snow, and at times the backend will slide out to the passenger side without warning. Poor construction quality, mediocre performance without significant upgrades. Have driven a 4-Runner since 1998. If you're thinking about getting one don't waste your money on a 5th gen buy a 2nd or 3rd gen instead as they are far superior compared to the 5th gens. Hope that answers your questions

@@blackdiamond5015 You definitely got a lemon. 99% of these trucks are indestructible like tanks. You are ABSOLUTELY in the extreme minority with your complaints. It would be very difficult to find that many owners who would agree with you.

sure thing bud.

lol then trade it in, you must work for Chetty

Vin Ramirez Imagine you're with Toyota...

Vin Ramirez nope just someone who has driven a 4-Runner for 21 straight years and after buying the Trial Premium a very dissatisfied customer who doesn't understand why all the hype about this over rated under performing car.

@@blackdiamond5015 try watching jason koertge and overland expedition channels here in youtube.